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Symptomatic calcific tendinitis at unusual sites.

B D Archer¹, L Friedman, S Stilgenbauer

¹McMaster University, Hamilton, Ont.

Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal = Journal L'Association Canadienne Des Radiologistes

|June 1, 1992

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Symptomatic calcific tendinitis can occur in unusual tendon locations. Computed tomography (CT) scans are valuable for diagnosing this condition when plain radiographs are inconclusive.

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Area of Science:

Orthopedics
Radiology
Musculoskeletal Diseases

Background:

Calcific tendinitis is a common condition, typically affecting the shoulder.
Symptomatic cases at unusual sites are less frequently reported.
Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective patient management.

Observation:

Presents three cases of symptomatic calcific tendinitis in atypical locations: vastus lateralis, rectus femoris, and flexor carpi ulnaris tendons.
Two of the presented cases had non-diagnostic plain radiographs.
Computed tomography (CT) scans were instrumental in diagnosing the condition in these challenging cases.

Findings:

Computed tomography (CT) effectively visualizes calcific deposits in tendons, even when plain radiographs are negative.
Demonstrates the utility of CT in identifying calcific tendinitis at unusual musculoskeletal sites.
Highlights the diagnostic challenges posed by atypical presentations of calcific tendinitis.

Implications:

Suggests considering CT scans for suspected calcific tendinitis when initial radiographic imaging is unrevealing.
Broadens the understanding of the anatomical distribution of calcific tendinitis.
Emphasizes the role of advanced imaging in diagnosing rare or atypical musculoskeletal conditions.